20 things that’ll hit too close to home if you’re a serious K-drama fan

It's not a Korean drama without the wrist grab.

It’s 10 a.m. on a weekday and you’re aching to be back in bed, catching up on the latest episode of Goblin. That’s when you know you’re hooked on Korean dramas, but that’s not your only clue. If you’re doing any of these things, you are a dedicated fan.

1. Replaying your perfect first kiss over and over in your head.

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You trip on a banana peel and fall right into his arms, like he was standing there all along waiting for that to happen.

2. You subconsciously karaoke Dream High during class.

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…until your teacher calls on you.

3. Your idea of a good night out involves kimchi and soju.

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Not to mention the good company, of course.

4. You’ve watched over 20 K-dramas, but all you can manage are two words.

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Your aanya and kamsamida slip out during a conversation with your professor, and she looks at you strangely.

5. The agony you feel when the episode ends in a cliffhanger.

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You have to wait a whole week to know whether she accepts his proposal.

6. When you start watching a show, both time and tide stand still until you finish all 16 episodes.

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Even basic necessities like food and sleep take a backseat.

7. Your friends keep asking you why you’re single.

You’re not single, you’re just waiting for your bias to realize that he’s dating you.

8. You develop an unhealthy attraction to bad guys.

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They come equipped with excessive facial hair and sarcastic comebacks that you just can’t help swooning over.

9. Your crazed obsession with South Korea started with the oh-so-cheesy Boys over Flowers.

Dyuthi Prakash

Dyuthi Prakash is an architectural intern by day; and an aspiring writer by night. She has endless faith that the world will consider everyone as equals one day. During her down time, she indulges in art and design dialogues; sci-fi TV shows like Orphan Black; and chases cats in alleyways.